Meta is replacing third-party fact-checking with a Community Notes model like X’s. Is it merely a strategic evolution, or did Mark Zuckerberg’s private meeting with Donald Trump influence the decision?
KikyoJohnny Depp warned fans about scammers using AI to impersonate him online, urging them not to share personal info or money. He clarified his official social media accounts and emphasised he does not offer paid interactions.
JoyLotte’s AI-driven Caliverse will integrate with a layer-2 network, enabling crypto transactions. A pending deal could cement Arbitrum as its primary blockchain provider.
CatherineA recent study found that most crypto advice on TikTok is misleading, with over half of videos promoting risky investments without proper warnings. Many influencers push specific coins, make unrealistic promises, and lack proper qualifications, putting viewers at high financial risk.
WeatherlyRipple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s meeting with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago signals a strong start to 2025, driven by legal victories and XRP optimism. Ripple CLO Stuart Alderoty also praised the beef bourguignon. With Trump’s ongoing meetings with tech leaders, what’s next on the menu and agenda?
KikyoGetty Images and Shutterstock are merging in a $3.7 billion deal to create a leading visual content company. This merger aims to strengthen their position against the growing influence of AI in the digital content market.
AnaisFinnish authorities have confiscated over $2.6 million in luxury watches from Hex founder Richard Heart, who is facing allegations of tax evasion and assault. As officials intensify their search, Heart’s whereabouts remain unknown.
CatherineMcAfee launched its Scam Detector at CES 2025, using AI to help users identify and stop scams in texts, emails, and videos. The tool includes a deepfake detector and will be available to McAfee customers in spring 2025 at no extra cost.
WeatherlyGelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) in Bhutan has added Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Binance Coin to its strategic reserves to strengthen its economy and embrace digital assets. The move follows the introduction of new laws to regulate digital asset services and is part of Bhutan's broader strategy to expand its role in the cryptocurrency market.
AnaisAs his SEC term ends, Gary Gensler reiterates his criticism of crypto, stressing the need for strict regulation and citing 100 enforcement actions. Is this frustration or justified caution?
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